Spotlight on New Board Members: Doreen Donohue and Lauri White

By Miriam Bernard

The NODCC Board has recently acquired some compassionate and knowledgeable new board members, and we get the honor of introducing you to two of them today. Meet Doreen and Lauri!

Doreen Donohue:

We are excited to welcome Doreen Donohue to the NODCC Board of Directors. Doreen lives on Daufuskie Island, South Carolina, where she enjoys golfing, playing pickleball, and reading inher free time. She first became acquainted with the NODCC in 2013 after her nephew, Deegan, was diagnosed with hypoplasia of the corpus callosum. Her desire to contribute to a vital resource for families like hers inspired her to join the board.

Although new to the board, Doreen has already enjoyed connecting with fellow members and drawing energy from their shared passion, especially during the July Board Meeting. She is particularly excited about her work with the Program Advisory Committee (PAC) and the team’s goal to better share ongoing research related to disorders of the corpus callosum.

Doreen’s favorite part of serving so far has been the positive spirit and camaraderie among board members, highlighted by a fun karaoke night at the July meeting. She encourages more members of our community to get involved. Doreen states, “You get back way more than you give.”

Her goals include increasing the organization’s impact and visibility while strengthening its support for families. After re-engaging with the NODCC this year, Doreen feels renewed motivation to help the organization grow, evolve, and continue its meaningful work.

Lauri White:

We are also thrilled to introduce Lauri White, another of the newest members of the NODCC Board of Directors. Lauri lives in Las Vegas, Nevada, where she enjoys sports like golf and football, spending time with family and friends, and experiencing new adventures. She first became acquainted with the NODCC around 2004 or 2005 after her son, Chad, was diagnosed with complete agenesis of the corpus callosum (C-ACC).

As a former teacher who tutored her son through college, Lauri brings valuable educational insight and a passion for helping families navigate their own journeys. She was inspired to join the board to offer educational guidance and to give back to the community that has supported her family.

Lauri’s favorite part of serving on the board is knowing that her efforts make a meaningful difference for others. She especially values the welcoming, judgment-free environment that the NODCC fosters among parents and families. Her favorite highlight was also the karaoke night at the summer board gathering! It must have been an exciting evening!

Looking ahead, Lauri is excited about building a stronger sense of community and expanding resources for families. She hopes to create tangible tools for parents to share with teachers, coaches, and others who work with their children, helping them better understand each child’s strengths and challenges.

Her personal goals include uniting the NODCC community in Southern Nevada and supporting parents with educational needs. Lauri’s enthusiasm, empathy, and dedication make her a wonderful addition to the board, and we are thrilled to have her leadership and insight guiding our mission.